Cuthbertson Middle School

1520 Cuthbertson Rd
Waxhaw, NC 28173
(School attendance zone shown in map)
10/
10
Top 10%
Serving 1,344 students in grades 6-8, Cuthbertson Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 82% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 56% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 1,344 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 30%
  • : Top 10% in NC
  • : 82% (Top 10%)
  • : 79% (Top 10%)
  • : 92% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Cuthbertson Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:

School Overview

Cuthbertson Middle School's student population of 1,344 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,344 students
This chart displays total students of Cuthbertson Middle School by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Gender %
This chart displays gender of Cuthbertson Middle School
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
This chart displays the total teachers of Cuthbertson Middle School by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Students by Grade
This chart displays the students of Cuthbertson Middle School by grade.

School Rankings

Cuthbertson Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cuthbertson Middle School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (NC)
#133 out of 2617 schools
(Top 10%)
This chart displays the overall school rank of Cuthbertson Middle School, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
82%
51%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Cuthbertson Middle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in North Carolina by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
79%
50%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Cuthbertson Middle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of North Carolina by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
92%
63%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of Cuthbertson Middle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of public schools in North Carolina by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
15:1
This chart displays the student teacher ratio of Cuthbertson Middle School and the public school average student teacher ratio of North Carolina by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
4%
This chart displays the percentage of Asian students in Cuthbertson Middle School and the percentage of Asian public school students in North Carolina by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Hispanic
10%
20%
This chart displays the percentage of Hispanic students in Cuthbertson Middle School and the percentage of Hispanic public school students in North Carolina by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Black
6%
25%
This chart displays the percentage of Black students in Cuthbertson Middle School and the percentage of Black public school students in North Carolina by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
White
70%
44%
This chart displays the percentage of White students in Cuthbertson Middle School and the percentage of White public school students in North Carolina by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
This chart displays the percentage of students of two or more races in Cuthbertson Middle School and the percentage of public school students of two or more races in North Carolina by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
All Ethnic Groups
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Cuthbertson Middle School.
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in North Carolina.
0.49
This chart displays the diversity score of Cuthbertson Middle School and the public school average diversity score of North Carolina by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
57%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in Cuthbertson Middle School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in North Carolina by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Cuthbertson Middle School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in North Carolina by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Cuthbertson Middle School's ranking?
Cuthbertson Middle School is ranked #133 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Cuthbertson Middle School often compared to?
Cuthbertson Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Marvin Ridge Middle School, Weddington Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Cuthbertson Middle School?
1,344 students attend Cuthbertson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Cuthbertson Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cuthbertson Middle School?
Cuthbertson Middle School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Cuthbertson Middle School offer ?
Cuthbertson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Cuthbertson Middle School part of?
Cuthbertson Middle School is part of Union County School District.

School Reviews

Review Cuthbertson Middle School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:

  • Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
  • Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Rate this school:

Recent Articles

College Application Requirement for High School Graduation? DC Weighs Possibility
College Application Requirement for High School Graduation? DC Weighs Possibility
The article discusses a proposal in Washington D.C. to make college applications a requirement for high school graduation. It examines the potential benefits and drawbacks of such a policy, including its impact on graduation rates and college attendance. The piece also considers similar initiatives in other states and the debate surrounding this approach
Bribing Students to Get Good Grades: The Debate
Bribing Students to Get Good Grades: The Debate
This piece explores the controversial practice of offering monetary rewards to students for good grades. It examines studies conducted in various cities, discussing the effectiveness of such programs and the ethical concerns they raise. The article presents arguments from both supporters and critics of this approach to student motivation.
Understanding Rubrics
September 27, 2024
Understanding Rubrics
This article explores the fundamental principles of rubrics in education, focusing on their role as assessment tools. It breaks down the key components of rubrics, including criteria, performance levels, and descriptors. The piece also delves into the two main types of rubrics - holistic and analytic - providing authoritative definitions and explaining their unique applications in educational settings.

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 1,344 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 30%
  • : Top 10%
  • : 82% (Top 10%)
  • : 79% (Top 10%)
  • : 92% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

Related School Videos

Quick Links